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The Decoy (1914)

1914-07-02 · 16m · EN
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A rather complex interweaving of romance and crime is squeezed into one reel. A "respectable" couple of city "card sharpers" invite a distant country relative to visit, then use her as a pretty, unwitting decoy to lure rich victims. They flee town a step ahead of the law. At a resort, the innocent girl falls in love with the latest victim, but they help expose and apprehend the guilty parties.

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Carl GregoryDirector

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Charles HoranCharles HoranJohn Henderson/Mr. VincentMarie RainfordMarie RainfordHis wifeVirginia WaiteVirginia WaiteJane PhelpsMuriel OstricheMuriel OstricheMuriel PhelpsBoyd MarshallBoyd MarshallBoydJohn ReinhardtJohn Reinhardt(as John Reinhard)John ReinhardtJohn Reinhardt

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What is The Decoy about?

A rather complex interweaving of romance and crime is squeezed into one reel. A "respectable" couple of city "card sharpers" invite a distant country relative to visit, then use her as a pretty, unwitting decoy to lure rich victims. They flee town a step ahead of the law. At a resort, the innocent girl falls in love with the latest victim, but they help expose and apprehend the guilty parties.

How long is The Decoy?

The Decoy has a runtime of 16 minutes.